Product Description
The steel wheel assembly is a direct replacement component designed for electric lift trucks and material handling equipment. Steel construction delivers superior durability and load capacity, making it ideal for heavy-duty warehouse and industrial applications where floor protection is not a primary concern. This wheel assembly provides extended service life and reliability in demanding environments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the BJ 078600 steel wheel assembly used for?
A: The BJ 078600 is a steel wheel assembly designed for electric lift trucks and material handling equipment. Steel wheels provide maximum durability and are typically used in heavy-duty applications, rough floor environments, or where wheel longevity is prioritized over floor protection.
Q: What are the key specifications of the BJ 078600?
A: The BJ 078600 features a steel wheel with a steel hub core. Steel construction provides high load capacity and durability. The wheel design is suitable for both load and directional wheel applications depending on your equipment configuration.
Q: How does steel wheel performance compare to polyurethane wheels?
A: Steel wheels on the BJ 078600 offer superior durability and load capacity compared to polyurethane or rubber wheels. Steel wheels do not compress or degrade from prolonged use on hard floors. However, steel wheels can mark or damage finished flooring and produce more noise during operation. Use steel wheels in concrete or rough-surface warehouse environments.
Q: What is the expected service life of the BJ 078600 steel wheel?
A: Steel wheel assemblies like the BJ 078600 typically last 3 to 5 years or longer under regular warehouse duty, as steel does not wear like elastomeric compounds. Steel wheels require replacement if the wheel is bent, has a broken rim, or the bearing becomes seized.
Q: Which Big Joe models use the BJ 078600 wheel assembly?
A: The BJ 078600 is a direct replacement wheel assembly for Big Joe electric lift truck and pallet jack applications. Verify your equipment model and wheel position (load wheel or caster) to confirm this is the correct part for your needs. Contact Big Joe or your authorized distributor for fitment verification for your specific equipment serial range.
